World's Largest Mahogany Table
Jul 12, 2019 11:40:13 #
Jul 12, 2019 11:55:09 #
rdoc wrote:
I'll wager they could seat at least eight or ten people at that table.
Even Sumo Wrestler's....
Jul 12, 2019 16:38:19 #
I will have to take a trip to McKee Gardens myself.........nice place and I do like the Table.
Jul 12, 2019 17:07:36 #
Blair Shaw Jr wrote:
I will have to take a trip to McKee Gardens myself.........nice place and I do like the Table.
Yes it is Blair, small and well done. Heat's taking its toll now, I felt like I was in a sauna after about 30 minutes.
Jul 12, 2019 17:11:25 #
Dalek wrote:
Philippine mahogany, maybe?
Yes, From Vero Magazine, 2004.... "after a nearly 30-year absence, the world’s largest one-piece mahogany table is back home at the Hall of Giants at McKee Botanical Garden. The single slab of Philippine wood measures 35' 10" long, 5" thick, and was the centerpiece of the historic Hall of Giants at McKee Jungle Gardens from 1940 until 1976."
Jul 12, 2019 17:13:19 #
sr71 wrote:
a beautiful table, however the sign says fragile, how come? Do you know? thanks.....
Sorry SR71, not really.....guess since its the only slab like that left, they're not taking any chances. I would also ensure it was protected...
Jul 12, 2019 17:14:17 #
StevenG wrote:
That is some table! Very nice shots.
Steve
Steve
Thanks Steve
Jul 12, 2019 17:16:52 #
merrytexan wrote:
Nice set and interesting subjects...the pink flower and reflection is gorgeous!😊
Thanks MT...I like that one also
Jul 12, 2019 18:52:05 #
Jul 12, 2019 19:33:59 #
Stevey wrote:
Tis a beauty.....doesn't appear to be fragile though...?
Thanks Stevey…..here's a short history of the table from Vero Beach Magazine in 2004:
After a nearly 30-year absence, the world’s largest one-piece mahogany table is back home at the Hall of Giants at McKee Botanical Garden. The single slab of Philippine wood measures 35' 10" long, 5" thick, and was the centerpiece of the historic Hall of Giants at McKee Jungle Gardens from 1940 until 1976.
Waldo Sexton, one of the original founders and owners of McKee Jungle Gardens, first saw the table in 1903 at the St. Louis Louisiana Purchase Exposition. He purchased it nearly 20 years later in a basement of a New York City warehouse and had it shipped by boat to Vero Beach.
In 1940, the Hall of Giants was constructed to house the table, which served as the focal point for the unique cypress and heart pine building. The Hall of Giants was a popular gathering spot for community events, including football banquets, corporate annual meetings and Chamber of Commerce dinners.
Jul 12, 2019 21:07:18 #
Jul 13, 2019 05:38:26 #
Jul 13, 2019 09:04:55 #
Blaster34 wrote:
Sorry SR71, not really.....guess since its the only slab like that left, they're not taking any chances. I would also ensure it was protected...
Thanks Blaster that reasonable, from some experience that wood isn't light nor fragile...Gonna be heavy for sure....
Jul 13, 2019 09:25:58 #
sr71 wrote:
Thanks Blaster that reasonable, from some experience that wood isn't light nor fragile...Gonna be heavy for sure....
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